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Instructor Information
Name:
Dr. Hope Luster
Office hours:
Email for an appointment. For a faster response, text: (281) 748-7230
Credits:
3
Semester:
Spring 2025
Day/Time:
Fully Online
Runs:
Monday-Sunday Schedule
This course adopts an encompassing view of classroom management, including:
positive child guidance strategies, inclusive social organization strategies and the design of engaging learning environments. It covers the psychosocial foundations of current child guidance strategies and practical approaches to promoting effective child-teacher, peer-peer and large group interactions. Emphasis is placed on ways teachers can foster respectful and responsive relationships with and between students, as well as techniques for nurturing self-regulation, self-motivation and self-esteem in children.
Kohn, A. (2006). Beyond Discipline:
From compliance to community. ISBN-13: 978-1-4166-0472-3; ISBN-10: 1-4166-0472-3
UTEP Learning Resources:
UTEP Library, The University Writing Center (UWC), and other student services.
Standards of academic integrity:
Students are expected to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity. Scholastic dishonesty includes cheating, plagiarism, collusion, and other dishonest behaviors.
Students with Disabilities:
Self-identification with the Center for Accommodations and Support Services (CASS) is required for students with disabilities.
Student Conduct and Discipline:
Students are expected to obey the law and comply with university regulations.
Equal Opportunity:
Equal opportunity is provided regardless of gender, age, race, religion, etc.
Guide to Online Etiquette:
Actively engage in class, complete coursework tasks, contribute to discussions, and exhibit professional courtesy.
